Bulgarian Kyopolou

Indulge in the authentic flavors of the Balkans with this traditional Bulgarian Kyopolou. This savory roasted eggplant and pepper dip is perfect as an appetizer, a sandwich spread, or a dip with bread. Experience the harmonious blend of roasted vegetables, garlic, and parsley with each bite.

Ingredients

🍆 3 large aubergines eggplants
🌶️ 3 red bell peppers
🧄 3–4 garlic cloves minced
🫒 2 tbsp olive oil generic brand shown
🌿 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped Sainsbury's Fresh Parsley
🍅 200g chopped tomatoes or salsa Old El Paso Cooking Sauce - Happy Mex variety
🧂 2 tsp Himalayan pink salt The Spice Emporium

Instructions

1- Roast Vegetables:

• Preheat the oven to 200°C 180°C fan or gas mark 6
• Wash and dry the aubergines and bell peppers thoroughly
• Place the vegetables on a foil-lined baking tray
• Cover the vegetables with kitchen foil, sealing it to create a steaming environment
• Roast in the oven for 1 hour, until soft

2- Prepare Aubergines:

• Remove the tray and transfer the hot aubergines to a bowl
• Split each aubergine lengthwise with a knife and sprinkle them with salt inside generously
• Add the roasted peppers to the bowl and cover them with a lid to steam for 1–2 hours

3- Peel Vegetables:

• Peel the peppers, removing the seeds
• Scrape out the aubergine flesh

4- Prepare Garlic:

• Crush the garlic with a peeler and grater or mincer, mixing with salt

5- Combine Ingredients:

• Chop the peeled peppers finely, and do the same with the scraped aubergine flesh
• Combine in a pot: mashed garlic, chopped peppers, and chopped aubergine, mashing until chunky
• Add the salsa and mash again until combined
• Stir in the olive oil and finely chop the parsley

6- Final Touches:

• Mix thoroughly, adjusting salt to taste
• Serve immediately or store in jars for later use

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 2-3 hours
Servings: 6-8
Equipment: Unbranded black metal baking tray, Tesco kitchen foil, unbranded oven, unbranded blue plastic mixing bowl, Wusthof Classic chef's knife, unbranded salt shaker, unbranded cream-colored plastic lid, metal spoon, unbranded white silicone garlic peeler, unbranded floral design ceramic grater bowl, unbranded green plastic chopping board, unbranded small metal pot, unbranded potato masher, unbranded kitchen scissors, unbranded clear glass serving bowl, reused glass jars one Sevye Селце brand, another Smucker's Goober

Cooking Tips

• Steaming After Roasting: Loosening the skins with steam makes peeling easier.
• Salting: Add salt after roasting while aubergines are hot for enhanced flavor.

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Bulgarian Kyopolou